These are signs you are becoming a minimalist.

I recently posted an Instagram reel on "8 signs you are becoming a minimalist" and you guys suggested making a longer video. So, here are 8 additional points I wanted to include! This is obviously something I just noticed in my own life, and it's not a checklist for you to become "minimalist."
Let me know if you can relate to any of these points!

Happy Thursday!!

Timestamp:
00:00 Intro
00:57 clutter-free home
01:45 prioritizing
02:38 saying NO
03:38 less influenced
04:30 don't compare
05:40 spend mindfully
06:40 don't rely on material things
07:38 feel in control of life


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[userl]

Posting this just before black friday is perfection.

[s.s.]

This may sound weird, but a change I’ve noticed in myself since adopting minimalism is that I’m a better “friend” to my material objects (if I were to personify them). With clothing for example, I no longer tire of things and replace them with new, more exciting ones. I don’t reject them just for showing signs of age. Instead I care for them lovingly, and spend a lot of quality time with them since I have fewer and better of them. I appreciate them even more than new things because they’ve served me well for so long, and we’ve had lots of great times together. And I mend them when they’re broken, trying my best to hold onto them for as long as possible. This is how I’ve always treated humans in my life, so it feels really aligned with who I am to now treat my physical objects this way too. Thanks for the always thoughtful videos! 🤍

[Karagoldberg]

I wasn't financial free until my 40’s and I’m still in my 40’s, bought my third house already, earn on a monthly through passive income, and got 4 out of 5 goals, just hope it encourages someone's that it doesn’t matter if you don’t have any of them right now, you can start TODAY regardless your age INVEST and change your future! Investing in the financial market is a grand choice I made.

[Jeanne_Mary]

‘don’t rely on material things for your happiness’ im so happy to hear this. Thank you Sophie for inspiring us always and sharing to us some tips. ❤

[dygpsnd]

Hey Sophie, just wanted to share with you right quick... About 10 years ago, I went through a quarter life crisis, I literally walked out of a city job and took a leap of faith to find my true passion. I must have gone through 50 different jobs, 8 cars and 4 scooters, everything broke on me. I was labeled bipolar and had friends and a few lovers pass away. I kept downgrading to minimize what I had, to try and stay a float. My plans where to become wealthy. I ended up 4 times homless and was almost living on the streets! I learned that living minimal was best for me but trying to do so in Miami beach with rising inflation became difficult. I have no money and had been scammed also. I came at peace with having nothing, but realized how much more was around me, and I saw all the beautiful wonders of the earth. My new plan is to some how travel and help out people! I just wanted to thank you for sharing your life on YouTube, your an amazing person and have inspired me to get up and keep moving! 🤗

[MargaretShephard]

Another great video.Thank you. I am 75 and have always found too many possessions a burden . For many years I have been an advocate for having a simple life. I love to hear about other peoples journeys to a simple life. We all need little reminders and I continue to learn.

[VeganMangoQueen]

I’m reading Essentialism right now and a lot of this is discussed in the book. I’ve been a minimalist almost 8 years but it can be a struggle at times. The physical items are just as important as the digital clutter and taking on projects or outings that we need to say no to. Great advice.

[shirleycurry]

I love the concept of using Gratitude as a "reset" button. That makes it less of a perspective and more of an active ingredient in my wealth building.

[Areutherehello]

I would like to think I'm slowly shifting towards a minimalist lifestyle. I have come to truly despise clutter in my home and office; I feel choked and unhappy. So, I'm working on decluttering and purging my spaces of old, dusty, and unused things. If I haven't used or read something in years, it's time to get rid of it. It would be happier with someone else.
I've also begun reminding myself when I'm tempted to buy more of something that "I have enough. I don't need any more of xyz." I'm also adopting the new one in, old one out. I bought a new jacket for winter recently. That also meant donating a jacket I've had for years, but haven't worn. That jacket had its journey with me, and it was time to let it go to someone else.

[empope]

This video came at the perfect time with all of the Black Friday sales going on, Sophie I love how you and your videos are guides to our own inner compasses on what happiness truly means for each one of us. your energy and your work are incredible and I'm so grateful for you and I hope you have a wonderful holiday.

[christinawenner]

Hello, I have been following along for quite a while now and I love watching your content. Less stuff and consume does open other doors. Before I started cutting down spending my Money on clothes and cosmetics etc I always was looking at other peoples lifes and thinking well how come they can do this and afford that and I can't?! My best example: I get to travel now. And I don't mind spending a lot of money to do it because it makes me so happy. It makes memories to treasure. I stopped buying what I do not need and found the joy of seeing other places, people and culture. That is what makes me happy and feel free to do it. Love from Germany ❤

[olenabi]

I wonder how old Sophie is. I think she has learned the right things so early in life. I am 39 and I feel like my journey is just starting. I am excited still.
One of the signs of the mindset change for me has been connected with the clothing I wear. I suddenly realized I had never truly appreciated what had been already in my closet. Once I paid for something and got to hang it in my closet, it lost its value to me immediately. And immediately I started wishing for something I did not yet have. That’s so frustrating. And exhausting for your wallet.
Now I feel deep satisfaction when I match and wear the same clothes over and over again. I feel like I’m getting the value which is worth the time I spent earning the money to buy it. I also learned how to take better care of my clothes. Get rid of stains fast, wash, iron on reverse side and hang neatly.
Thank you, Sophie.

[the_tribalist]

Sophie, your slow living content is a breath of fresh air. Embracing life's simple joys is truly transformative. Your emphasis on mindfulness aligns perfectly with sustainability. Let's inspire others to savor these moments while treading lightly on the planet. #SlowLiving #Minimalism #Sustainability 🌱✨

[musiclassica]

Hi Sophie, i’m so glad to hear it can take some years to get there. In the years following my wife’s (and mother of our two young sons’) death at only 40, i gradually became familiar with minimalism.
Although i’ve gotten rid of at least half of my (huge) collection of books, records and CDs, and ‘regular’ stuff, i am now at the point where i’m torn about her books—she was an avid reader. I’ve tried reading some of them but just don’t feel it. It was, however, very hard to get rid of her clothes but this is on another level.
Any advice from you or your followers more than welcome. ;)
Meanwhile i’d like to thank you for your videos; not only are they a true work of art but they’re very helpful and inspiring. And unlike many other minimalist channels who just make me nervous with their continuous talking—they seem to miss that minimalism can also extend to the use of your voice and the images intermixed—you are the real deal. Keep up the great work! Much gratitude from Europe, MC

[DadThinkBigger]

Still in the process and probably always will be !! Realist thing I ever heard it’s definitely a journey 🤎

Hi! Nice to meet you! I'm an artist, and I am a victim of compulsive buying, but when I got to your channel I feel like I needed Minimalism on my part! I long and yearn for it, but since I have Amazon and Aliexpress, again in my computer, I am thinking of the things I need and makes me "happy" ... the postgirl wud knock on my door, almost "everyday", and I won't save any more money!!! I even got broke before!!!You really are so 'inspirational' to me, and having this "minimalistic idea' wud be a "blessing" to me! Like you said, it would make us happy! Well, let me make my christmas tree, and make it a new year's resolution to "tidy" up, and become "minimalistic"! I thank YOU for uploading your personal ideas! It's a lot of help!

[joannacheang]

Whenever I need energy to continue my minimalist journey, I watch your videos. Thank you, Sophie, for creating all this life-altering content.

[jenniferpearce]

Hi Sophie Minimalism helped me so much from clothes and decor impulse buyer who was always “ on the hunt “ to now someone who enjoys a bit of shopping now and again, went shopping with my two sisters last weekend bought a couple of small Christmas presents treated them to coffee and cake 😊I saw a lovely jumper 3 times the expense than I wound normally paid back in the day, but waited for Black Friday for 20 percent off treating myself to it will wear it a lot, ticks lots of boxes and no buyer’s remorse x This is what minimalism brings better experiences better quality and peace ❤

[raquelgarcia]

Thank you for all the info. I am happy to say that was not influenced to buy anything on blackfriday sale- I'd be thrilled 3yrs ago to go shop. Slow changes, that are impacting on the long term. Looking forward to your relaxing informative videos!

[TheKrazyKoala]

i have exactly the same pair of shorts as your leopard ones . from amazon haha.... congrats on your transformation in life!!